Automotive Parts Manager
About The Position
Lithia Volkswagen of Reno Parts Manager If you are a Parts Management professional come and take the journey with one of the largest and most successful retail automotive teams in the nation. Lithia embodies a unique blend of talent, leadership, and professionalism in a culture that embraces our Core Values of Earn Customers for Life, Take Personal Ownership, Improve Constantly, and Have Fun. We are committed to growing our company and Growing our People! Responsibilities: As the Parts Manager you will be responsible for running a profitable and efficient parts department by utilizing proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, staffing efficiencies, pricing strategies, merchandising and marketing. The Parts Manager is also responsible for managing department staff. Administer and maintain a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the manufacturer. Utilize available pricing parameters and strategies to generate sufficient profit while maintaining customer loyalty. Ensure inventory is appropriate to meet customer demand while controlling obsolete and excess inventory. Ensure full compliance with manufacturer parts and warranty policies, procedures and rules. Develop an effective team through training and performance standards. Qualifications: Two years of automotive parts experience is required Previous supervisory experience Ability to engage and motivate the team to achieve key goals Skilled in various computer programs. Microsoft Office Suite and ADP is a plus Operate a wide variety of cars, light trucks, and vans, with ability to drive both manual and automatic transmissions Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence We offer best in class industry benefits: Competitive pay Opportunities for Career advancement Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Paid Holidays & PTO Short and Long-Term Disability & Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Plan Vehicle Purchase Discounts Wellness Programs High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. At Lithia & Driveway, we stand by our mission of Growth Powered by People, as we build a workplace that ignites ideas and opportunities to Earn Customers for Life. Our focus is on making the customer experience better; as we aim to meet our customers’ needs whether in person, online or a combination of both. Lithia & Driveway is the largest automotive retailer in North America and listed on the Fortune 500 (NYSE: LAD). Drive your career forward with roles in Sales, Finance, Service, Technology and Corporate. With thousands of vehicles and hundreds of locations, the career possibilities are endless. Join us as we accelerate towards growth in automotive and beyond!
Requirements
- Two years of automotive parts experience is required
- Previous supervisory experience
- Ability to engage and motivate the team to achieve key goals
- Skilled in various computer programs
- Operate a wide variety of cars, light trucks, and vans, with ability to drive both manual and automatic transmissions
- Acceptable driving record and a valid driver's license in your state of residence
- High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Office Suite and ADP is a plus
Responsibilities
- running a profitable and efficient parts department by utilizing proper purchasing procedures, inventory control, staffing efficiencies, pricing strategies, merchandising and marketing
- managing department staff
- Administer and maintain a balanced inventory consistent with the requirements of the manufacturer
- Utilize available pricing parameters and strategies to generate sufficient profit while maintaining customer loyalty
- Ensure inventory is appropriate to meet customer demand while controlling obsolete and excess inventory
- Ensure full compliance with manufacturer parts and warranty policies, procedures and rules
- Develop an effective team through training and performance standards
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for Career advancement
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays & PTO
- Short and Long-Term Disability & Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Wellness Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
